Assistant Professor of Physical Education / Health Education and Head Women's Soccer Coach

Springfield College; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Springfield College seeks a qualified Academic Faculty member focused on Women's Soccer. This position includes teaching responsibilities in Physical Education and overseeing all aspects of the Women's Soccer program, requiring strong mentoring and recruitment skills. Collaboration and commitment to diversity are essential for enriching students' academic experience.

Benefits

Tuition benefits for employees and dependents

Paid Sick Leave Benefits

403(b) retirement plan with generous match

Medical, Dental and Vision plans

Free use of our state-of-the-art Wellness Center

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited institution.
• At least five years of college teaching or coaching experience.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all phases of the Women's Soccer program.
• Teaching coursework in the Department of Physical Education.
• Mentoring of staff and development of student-athletes.

Skills

Mentoring

Recruitment

Teaching

Education

Master's degree

Tools

CPR and AED certification

Job description

Salary : $52,000.00 - $58,000.00 Annually

Location : Springfield, MA

Job Type : Academic Faculty - 9 months

Job Number : 00187

Department : Women's Soccer

Opening Date : 02 / 20 / 2025

Description

The qualified applicant will report to the Director of Athletics. This position is a full-time, nine-month, program-track appointment

Springfield College recognizes the unique and important contribution that faculty members with coaching responsibilities make to the academic and co-curricular life of the College. The individual is responsible for all phases of the Women's Soccer program including competition and practice planning, mentoring of staff, recruitment and development of student-athletes, equipment, contest scheduling, public relations including social media and other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics. Additionally, a thorough understanding of and accountability to NCAA (Division III member), NEWMAC, and institutional rules and regulations is necessary. The individual will also be responsible for teaching coursework in the Department of Physical Education and Health Education. Instructional responsibilities will be dependent on the teaching expertise of the applicant.

Founded in 1885, Springfield College is a private, coeducational institution offering undergraduate and graduate programs that reflect its distinctive Humanics Philosophythe education of the whole person in spirit, mind, and body for leadership in service to humanity. Springfield sits on the eastern bank of the Connecticut River near its confluence with three rivers : the western Westfield River, the eastern Chicopee River, and the eastern Mill River. As of 2019, the estimated population was 153,606, making it the third-largest city in Massachusetts, the fourth-most populous city in New England after Boston, Worcester, and Providence, and the 12th-most populous in the Northeastern United States. Metropolitan Springfield, as one of two metropolitan areas in Massachusetts, had a population of 692,942. For more information, please visit the College's homepage at www.springfieldcollege.edu.

Qualifications

Interested applicants for this position will have a Master's degree from an accredited institution. Preference will be given to applicants with an educational background in Physical Education, Health Education, or a related discipline. Preference will be given to applicants with at least five years of college teaching and / or college coaching experience who can bring diverse perspectives to this thriving department and who are motivated to help students succeed. A valid driver's license, CPR and AED certification is required. Applicants should have a commitment to work in a dynamic work setting with a diverse student population.

Springfield College is committed to enhancing diversity and equity in education and employment. To that end, the College welcomes candidates from all backgrounds and lived experiences, who will contribute to a culture of inclusion and respect. For more information about Springfield College's position on diversity and inclusion, please visit our Office of Campus Life and Inclusion.

At Springfield College we offer competitive and generous benefit options for employees and their families.

• Tuition benefits for employees and dependents

Tuition exchange program for dependents

Generous paid time off benefits

Paid Sick Leave Benefits

403(b) retirement plan (TIAA) with a generous college match

Medical, Dental and Vision plan(s)

Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (health care expenses and dependent care)

Life and accident insurance plans

Long-term disability

Optional voluntary benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Wellness benefits and programs

Free use of our state-of-the-art Wellness Center

Part-time employees earn pro-rated holiday, vacation and sick leave.

To learn more about our Benefit Package, visit our page.